We will getting orders soon to AET A school, I was wondering if anyone can recommend any air stations to me? Why did you like it there? Is it a big station? Family friendly? How far away is it from shopping, schools ect?

Just would like to get a idea of any good stations to look out for or pick!

Thanks

You are only as strong as you appear to be

Old Guard2Moderator / Trusted MemberForum Supreme!Posts:14282

09 Jun 2011 03:02 PM

Kodiak! I'm not sure how much warmer that is... it is the only air sta we were ever stationed near. I'm sure there are plenty of others.

Sector NY, Staten Island

AET2bKnbbBasic MemberPosts:216

09 Jun 2011 03:23 PM

Did you like it? I want somewhere warmer but Im pretty sure I cant get away from Alaska... lol. What is the weather like there generally?

You are only as strong as you appear to be

ATLFalconFanNew MemberPosts:81

10 Jun 2011 06:43 AM

Savananh GA. I'm from there, not in the CG yet, lots of stuff to do, very very warm and good schools.

Old Guard2Moderator / Trusted MemberForum Supreme!Posts:14282

10 Jun 2011 06:50 AM

I loved Kodiak a lot more after I left. That doesn't actually sound like a great plug for the station does it?!?! LOL But it is. Kodiak is safe, it is secure, the family there is terrific. The base has every amenity you would need and town isn't that far away if you need extra. It felt claustrophobic at first, it's an island and there is no way off if you can't afford a flight. My ex was a non-rate when we started there... flying to Anchorage, hotel, food, rent car it was all an expense I couldn't easily justify. It got easier as Jimmy moved up in rank to pick a weekend to go. Then it wasn't as bad and cabin fever didn't seem to set in as quickly. If I had the chance and the employment opportunity, I would go back there tomorrow! It is absolutely gorgeous and like I said, small town living is wonderful! The gym wasn't quite what it is now when we were there but if you want some great outdoor exercise, we would walk the piers. Up & down each one, looking at the boats, talking to the fisherman, nice stretch of the legs. I really didn't realize how much I adored Kodiak until I lived some place else.

At some point in the career, I would say it should be on a dream sheet.

Sector NY, Staten Island

Vikingsailor796Basic MemberPosts:152

11 Jun 2011 03:29 PM

Airsta Astoria. Has one of the roughest bars in the world. alot of fun, loved living in astoria. great people great town. DO IT.

VicNaz1Basic MemberPosts:174

11 Nov 2011 02:16 PM

Air Station Atlantic City N.J. (KACY) is co-located with the FAA technical center (large facility) and an air national guard unit (F-16's, etc.) and relatively close to several major cities and some prime vacation spots. Personnel from there also pull duty down in the Washington D.C. area on a rotating basis so you'll actually have a chance to get familiar with two major metro areas.

sardaddyTrusted MemberVeteran MemberPosts:1053

11 Nov 2011 03:20 PM

What airframe? Do you want a big station, small station? Large city or small city? I have been to just about every air station in the CG and they are all good. It all depends on what you think is important in a duty location.

CarolinaPanthersNew MemberPosts:74

14 Nov 2011 02:39 AM

Air Sta Clearwater!!

Yeah, hot humid summers but during the fall/winter it is so breezy and comfortable. It is a nice area, cost of living is reasonable too. Lots of things to do and lots of events go on!

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